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Agua de Jamaica

This flower infused water is not only colorful but also refreshing! Agua de Jamaica pairs so well with many Mexican foods such as Mole Poblano
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time2 minutes
Passive Time4 hours 30 minutes
Total Time7 minutes
Servings: 7 cups
Author: Francine Lizotte
Course: Beverages
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword Alcohol-free Drinks, Cinco de Mayo, Dairy Free, Easy Recipe, Gluten Free, Kids Recipes, Low Sodium/No Sodium, Summer Food

Ingredients

  • 4 cups dried Hibiscus flowers aka Flor de Jamaica
  • 4 cups water, for steeping
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (substitute agave nectar), or to taste Footnote
  • 4 cups cold distilled water

Directions

  • In a large pot, pour in 4 cups water and add hibiscus flowers. Bring to a boil and cook for 2 minutes. Turn off the heat, cover and let it steep for 30 minutes.
  • Strain the mixture into a fine sieve over a large bowl or measuring cup; discard the flowers.
  • Add sugar to concentrate Agua de Jamaica and stir well before adding 4 cups cold distilled water. Stir well again, taste and adjust if necessary. Transfer to the fridge to chill, about 4 hours.
  • Pour Agua de Jamaica in a tall glass over ice cubes.

Notes

Footnote: If you like yours less tart, adjust the amount of sugar to your liking.